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Connor McDavid Extends Multi-Point Streak Tuesday
Edmonton Oilers center Connor McDavid (ankle) sent out two assists as the team beat the Anaheim Ducks 4-1 in an elimination game on Tuesday night. The Oilers stayed alive in the series thanks to a quick start. They were already 3-0 up midway through the first period, with McDavid helping to set up the third goal. He added a power-play assist in the second period, extending his multi-point streak in the playoffs to three games. McDavid hurt his ankle early in the series and was a game-time decision for Tuesday night. Strangely, McDavid's productivity has actually improved since sustaining the injury. After going scoreless in the first two games against the Ducks, McDavid has notched one goal and five assists.
Source: ESPN
Source: ESPN
Justin Thomas a Scary Proposition at Cadillac Championship
Coming off a poor showing as the defending champion at the RBC Heritage, Justin Thomas makes his way to a difficult Trump National Doral in search of any consistency he can find. The 32-year-old has found little momentum in ball striking and putting, and ranks well outside the top 100 this season in all three strokes gained metrics. He also averaged -0.67 strokes around the green at Harbour Town, which was the first negative output in this area all season. With a difficult test awaiting him at the PGA Tour's return to the Blue Monster, Thomas isn't showing many signs that justify DFS consideration. Even aside from the hassle from tee to green, this property is littered with places that can bring about making big numbers, which the former Crimson Tide golfer is no stranger to making.
Source: Data Golf
Source: Data Golf
Hurricanes Hope to Have Nikolaj Ehlers Back for Second Round
Carolina Hurricanes winger Nikolaj Ehlers (lower body) didn't practice on Tuesday, but head coach Rod Brind'Amour hopes to have him available for the start of the second round in the 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs. Carolina was without the services of Ehlers last weekend as it closed out the first-round series against Ottawa. The Danish forward missed Game 4 due to a lower-body injury after contributing one assist in the first three games of the series. In Ehlers' absence, William Carrier moved up the lineup, and Nicolas Deslauriers made his 2026 postseason debut. If Ehlers remains unavailable for the Round 2 opener, the two could benefit again.
Source: ESPN
Source: ESPN
Alexander Nikishin Could Be Available in Round 2
Carolina Hurricanes defenseman Alexander Nikishin (concussion) is making good progress, and the team hopes to have him available for Round 2 of the Stanley Cup Playoffs. The Russian blue-liner suffered a concussion in Carolina's series-clinching win over Ottawa on Saturday. On Tuesday, Hurricanes head coach Rod Brind'Amour said "everything's trending in the right direction" on Nikishin, who had a solid rookie campaign with 33 points (11 goals, 22 assists) in 81 games. However, he couldn't replicate his regular-season form in the matchup with the Senators, finishing scoreless in four games. Mike Reilly and Charles-Alexis Legault will compete for Nikishin's spot in the lineup if he doesn't clear concussion protocol before the start of the second round.
Source: ESPN
Source: ESPN
Victor Hedman Logs Full Practice
Tampa Bay Lightning defenseman Victor Hedman (personal) was a full participant in Tuesday's practice, Mike Zeisberger of NHL.com reports. Due to illness and personal reasons, the Lightning captain hasn't seen any action for more than a month, but he appears to be nearing his return. Last week, Lightning head coach Jon Cooper mentioned Hedman was on "the doubtful side" for the first-round series against Montreal. Cooper continues to hold his cards close to his heart. "That's hard to say right now," Cooper said after Tuesday's practice when quizzed about a potential timeline for Hedman's return. "But he's progressing. Like, he's taking steps. So, that's a positive side for us." With Hedman unavailable, Darren Raddysh has led the Lightning's blue line in the playoffs. He has registered two points (one goal, one assist), 14 SOG, and 10 hits in four games.
Source: Mike Zeisberger
Source: Mike Zeisberger
Scottie Scheffler The Leading Favorite at Cadillac Championship
As if he wouldn't have been already, the surprising number of players skipping the year's fifth Signature Event places Scottie Scheffler as the unequivocal favorite among this week's field at Trump National Doral. He's finished in solo-second (one in a playoff) in his last two starts, and it's only a matter of time before he finds the winner's circle again. His strokes gained on and around the green at Hilton Head were the highest output from both metrics all season, averaging a combined 2.11 over the four rounds. The ball striking is still the only part of the 29-year-old's game that needs better consistency, which will likely also figure itself out soon. It may be a bit difficult to reach his pricetag, but if it's possible, Scheffler is a must-play.
Source: Data Golf
Source: Data Golf
Tyler Phillips Earns Save on Tuesday, the Temporary Closer in Miami?
Miami Marlins reliever Tyler Phillips allowed one hit while earning the save during a scoreless ninth inning of work against the Los Angeles Dodgers on Tuesday. He threw 75% strikes and brought his season ERA down to 1.47. It was a much-needed bounce-back outing for the right-hander after he had blown a save the day prior. Despite the blown save, it's encouraging to see that the Marlins have used Phillips as their closer on back-to-back days. This suggests that he's in line for more save situations going forward, especially since he converted his save opportunity on Tuesday. He's a temporary waiver wire option in fantasy baseball leagues as he pitches in place of Pete Fairbanks (hand), the Marlins' primary closer who landed on the injured list Tuesday. Phillips has struggled with walks over a small sample size this year, but his 9.33 K/9 and 97 mph average fastball velocity suggest high upside.
Source: RotoBaller
Source: RotoBaller
Noah Ostlund Likely to Miss Time Due to Lower-Body Injury
Buffalo Sabres center Noah Ostlund (lower body) is doubtful for Game 6 against the Boston Bruins on Friday. In Tuesday's Game 5, he sustained a lower-body injury in a collision with Bruins forward Casey Mittelstadt. Speaking after the game about Ostlund's injury, Sabres head coach Lindy Ruff said, "It doesn't look good." Ostlund also missed a couple of games at the start of the series due to injury. He has recorded two points (one goal, one assist), four SOG, and a plus-three rating in three games against Boston. Ostlund's injury will hurt the Sabres, but they have a high-level replacement in Josh Norris (undisclosed), who was deemed available for Tuesday's action but didn't play.
Source: Sportsnet
Source: Sportsnet
Arttu Hyry Unlikely to Play Thursday
Dallas Stars right wing Arttu Hyry (lower body) likely won't be available on Thursday for Game 6 against the Minnesota Wild, R.J. Coyle of The Dallas Morning News reports. The Finnish forward was limited to 3:34 of ice time due to a lower-body injury in Tuesday's Game 5. "He's gonna get looked at tomorrow, but obviously he didn't get through the game," Stars head coach Glen Gulutzan told reporters. "I would say it's highly unlikely he'll be a player for us Thursday." On Tuesday night, Hyry made his fourth career Stanley Cup Playoffs appearance. He hasn't yet made an offensive impact but has seven hits in this series. Hyry's absence might give Michael Bunting a chance to make his 2026 postseason debut.
Source: R.J. Coyle
Source: R.J. Coyle
Collin Morikawa Still a Smash Play at Cadillac Championship
Despite the lingering concern for the back issue that kept Collin Morikawa out for a couple of events last month, he returned at The Masters to finish inside the top 10, and then he secured a top-five finish at Hilton Head the following week. Other than being tentative off the tee, the rest of the 29-year-old's game has remained virtually unchanged. He remains the leading player on the PGA Tour in strokes gained on approach (1.136), and has steadily gotten more comfortable around the greens. As long as there can be a little more freedom with the driver this week, the Cal-Berkley alum is a definite smash play.
Source: PGA Tour
Source: PGA Tour
Jonas Brodin Spotted Using Crutches After Game 5
Minnesota Wild defenseman Jonas Brodin (lower body) could be out for some time after being spotted using crutches after Tuesday's Game 5 win over the Dallas Stars. The Swedish rearguard exited Tuesday's game with a lower-body injury after blocking a shot from Stars forward Mikko Rantanen in the second period. So far in the series, Brodin has averaged nearly three blocks per game, contributing one assist offensively. Daemon Hunt and Jeff Petry are the candidates to step in for Brodin if needed in Game 6 on Thursday.
Source: Sportsnet
Source: Sportsnet
Viktor Hovland Showed at Augusta He Can Finish Well
Viktor Hovland answered a few questions at the Masters Tournament. The golfer from Norway scored a 67 on that Sunday to end up T-18. His PGA season started in February and expectations have been high but Hovland has shown potential to deliver. He has seven wins on the PGA Tour and has had several high profile close calls at majors. Hovland's biggest struggle in 2026 may be those final rounds. His weekend at the RBC Heritage was not pretty (73-76). Too many missed putts along with several errant approaches on Sunday dashed any hopes of contending. Averaging 29 putts per Round 4 remains troubling (120th). A longer course like the Blue Monster of Doral could be another challenge accepted for the Norwegian.
Source: PGATour.com
Source: PGATour.com
Sepp Straka Attempting to Finish Better in Miami
Sepp Straka has enjoyed a good 2026 for the most part. The Austrian golfer has four Top 25 results including a T-2 at the AT&T Pebble Beach Pro-Am. That was also only one of two times in 2026 where Straka ended up 69 or better during a final round. Since then, he has struggled with Sundays especially at the Masters Tournament and RBC Heritage (76-78). One of the bigger problems was errant shots. The other was missed putting opportunities. Putts per round on Sunday ballooned to a 30.29 average (158th). Longer putts have always been an issue but a 1.74% conversion rate at 25+ feet ranks 161st. The Blue Monster at Doral could make Straka attractive for DFS purposes especially early in the event.
Source: PGATour.com
Source: PGATour.com
J.J Spaun Enduring Roller Coaster Start to 2026
J.J. Spaun has seen his ups and downs in 2026. The American golfer won the Valero Texas Open to start the month of April. Spaun shot four rounds in the 60's with a 66-67 propelling him to victory. Since then, he missed the cut at the Masters Tournament. After that, Spaun cracked the Top 25 (T-25) at the RBC Heritage. The Valero represented Spaun's best effort of the 2026 season as he gained 3.36 strokes. Putting has been a problem where the golfer has only gained strokes twice in 10 events. This is in stark contrast to 2025 where Spaun putted well enough. In 2026, he ranks 158th losing 0.621 strokes. A big reason for his below average starts is putts per round (29.9) during Rounds 1 and 2. That makes Spaun a volatile DFS option at best this week.
Source: PGATour.com
Source: PGATour.com
Min Woo Lee Seeks to Make Adjustments at Cadillac Championship
Min Woo Lee was enjoying great form as April started. The Australian golfer ran into a rough stretch starting with the Masters Tournament where he lost 3.34 strokes overall. One of the more underrated metrics that caused a red flag was putting. This had been a strength for the golfer but Lee had dropped strokes in two straight events. Driving distance ranks 12th at 316.1 yards with a respectable 61.65% accuracy (51st). Staying out of trouble will be vital for Lee. Fortunately, the no-cut event helps and may allow the golfer to be a DFS and betting option as the weekend moves along.
Source: PGATour.com
Source: PGATour.com
Max Homa May Struggle at Old Doral This Weekend
Max Homa gains the fortune of a 72-hole event with no cut. The American golfer has been up and down as far as performance lately. Homa finished T-9 at the Masters but well outside the Top 50 at the RBC Heritage. The old Doral (Blue Monster) has upgraded obstacles so that is where the red flags rise with Homa. Greens in regulation rank 107th at 64.22% but the metrics get worse when it ranges from Proximity (145th) to sand saves (151st at 40.32%). Homa has posted -6% or worse driver accuracy in three of the past four events. Homa may have a problem staying out of trouble which impacts his potential from a betting perspective.
Source: PGATour.com
Source: PGATour.com
Ben Griffin Rebounds From Rough Stretch as Miami Looms
Ben Griffin missed three straight cuts before bouncing back in April. The American golfer did manage his first Top 10 of the season at the Zurich Classic of New Orleans. One of the bigger problems Griffin had at the RBC Heritage was driver distance. He was 18 yards off from the field average. Driver accuracy ranks a solid 26th at 63.5% but the Cadillac Championship is a long, 7700+ yard course. When it comes to longer shots from greater than 200 yards, Griffin ranks 160th at 59 feet 1 inch. Around the green is a strength for Griffin but approach is not which is vital this week. The golfer may be one to fade in DFS and betting circles this week.
Source: PGA Tour
Source: PGA Tour
Shane Lowry Searching For Answers at Cadillac Championship
After a rough few weeks, Shane Lowry has gone from one of the sneakiest high-upside plays to a DFS nightmare. And there is no real explanation other than mental struggles lingering from the Cognizant Classic collapse, as he has missed three cuts and failed to crack the top 25 in three other starts. With an average of over a stroke and a half on approach in two of his last three starts, and his latest appearance last week in New Orleans was his largest week in strokes gained off the tee. It's just a matter of when the confidence and grit return to the Northern Irishman, and a difficult test at Doral may not be the best place for that to happen.
Source: Data Golf
Source: Data Golf
Jets Host Russell Wilson for a Visit, Considering him as Backup Option
The New York Jets hosted veteran free-agent quarterback Russell Wilson for a visit and are considering him as an option to be Geno Smith's backup this year, a source told Zack Rosenblatt of The Athletic. Wilson, 37, is nearing the end of his career after being benched in favor of first-rounder Jaxson Dart with the New York Giants last year. In his six games (three starts) for the G-Men in 2025, Wilson completed a career-low 58% of his passes for 831 yards, three touchdowns, and three interceptions. The former third-round pick of the Seattle Seahawks in 2012 out of Wisconsin had a fantastic run in the NFL with 10 Pro Bowl appearances and a Super Bowl championship, but he is nearing the end of the line and is strictly QB depth at this point in his career. If he stays in New York and signs with the Jets for the 2026 season as a backup, Wilson won't even be on the radar in dynasty/superflex leagues.
Source: The Athletic - Zack Rosenblatt
Source: The Athletic - Zack Rosenblatt
Daunting Test at Doral Likely Not a Place For Russell Henley
It's been a fine season thus far for Russell Henley, who has finished in the top 25 or better in every event he's made the cut in. How he's gotten things done remains largely the same: accurate ball striking, a proficient short game, and elite putting acumen. That recipe works almost anywhere, but Doral is a long, demanding test from tee to green that asks more from a player than surviving on and around the greens. Henley is one of the worst performers this season from beyond 200 yards (ranked 147th in proximity), a distance range he will see often this week. He'll inevitably get four cracks at this famed property, but it may be hard for him to stay afloat without improved long iron play.
Source: PGA Tour
Source: PGA Tour
Jonathon Brooks Fully Cleared for Offseason Program
Carolina Panthers running back Jonathon Brooks (knee) said he's been fully cleared by his surgeon to take part in the team's offseason program and feels "close to 100 percent," according to Joe Person of The Athletic. Brooks is returning from a second ACL surgery on his right knee and could have a pretty decent role in the Panthers' backfield in 2026 behind Chuba Hubbard if he can stay healthy. The 22-year-old was a second-round selection in 2024 out of the University of Texas, but he has only played in three games and has had nine carries for 22 yards since being drafted by Carolina due to continued knee issues. Rico Dowdle departed in free agency to look for a bigger role elsewhere, which leaves Brooks to compete primarily with AJ Dillon for RB2 duties behind Hubbard. Brooks will most likely go undrafted in most single-year leagues later this year, but in dynasty/keeper formats, he might be a savvy buy-low candidate for RB depth.
Source: The Athletic - Joe Person
Source: The Athletic - Joe Person
Patriots Exercise Christian Gonzalez's Fifth-Year Option
The New England Patriots exercised cornerback Christian Gonzalez's fifth-year option on Tuesday, a source told Adam Schefter of ESPN. This move was fully expected after Gonzalez was selected to his first Pro Bowl in Year 3 in 2025 after he recorded a career-high 69 tackles (54 solo) and 10 pass breakups in 14 regular-season games. The 23-year-old was the Patriots' first-round pick (17th overall) in 2023 out of Oregon. He played in only four games in his rookie season due to injury, but he has bounced back nicely in each of the last two seasons with a combined 128 tackles (104 solo), two interceptions, 21 pass breakups, and a fumble recovery in 30 starts. Gonzalez will make $18.1 million on his fifth-year option in 2027, but it doesn't keep the Patriots from eventually signing the star defensive back to a long-term extension. He was a big reason that the Patriots surprised everyone in 2025 to make a run to the Super Bowl.
Source: ESPN - Adam Schefter
Source: ESPN - Adam Schefter
Tyler Allgeier One of the Biggest Losers After NFL Draft
ESPN's Adam Schefter considers new Arizona Cardinals running back Tyler Allgeier as one of the biggest losers after the 2026 NFL draft last week. Allgeier left the Atlanta Falcons to sign a two-year, $12.25 million deal with the Arizona Cardinals so that he could finally be a lead back in the NFL. Then on draft night, the Cardinals took Notre Dame RB Jeremiyah Love with the third overall pick, thrusting Allgeier right back into a backup role. ESPN's Mel Kiper Jr. says that the Cardinals could accommodate Allgeier a bit by putting Love out wide as a slot receiver in the offense this year. Love is a dynamic threat out of the backfield as both a receiver and runner, so he will give the Cardinals flexibility and versatility in the backfield, but the bottom line is that the addition of the Fighting Irish star RB is a major threat to Allgeier having a much bigger role than he saw in Atlanta behind Bijan Robinson. That's especially true since the Cardinals also have James Conner (foot) and Trey Benson (knee) as backfield options in 2026 (if they aren't traded). Allgeier could open the season as the primary back in Arizona, but before long, Love should take over.
Source: ESPN - Adam Schefter
Source: ESPN - Adam Schefter
Eagles to Receive a First-Round Pick if They Trade A.J. Brown?
ESPN's Adam Schefter said on The Pat McAfee Show this week that he thinks the Philadelphia Eagles will receive a first-round pick for wide receiver A.J. Brown from the New England Patriots when the trade "comes together" on June 1. The Eagles have been open to moving Brown after June 1 all along, and the New England Patriots really want Brown, even though they signed Romeo Doubs in free agency in March. Schefter believes the Patriots will end up sending a 2028 first-rounder to Philly, and receiver Kayshon Boutte could be headed to Philly as part of the package. The 28-year-old Brown, who was a second-rounder by the Tennessee Titans in 2019 out of Mississippi, may have worn out his welcome in Philly in 2025, when he openly complained about his role on offense. Brown still finished with his sixth 1,000-yard season in seven NFL campaigns, but he also had a career-low 12.9 yards per catch and was as up-and-down as a 1,000-yard receiver can be. A move to New England to work with young QB Drake Maye could reinvigorate Brown as he enters his eighth NFL season in 2026. He'd immediately become the Pats' WR1 over Doubs if he were to be traded to New England.
Source: ESPN - Adam Schefter
Source: ESPN - Adam Schefter
J.T. Realmuto Trending Towards Return from Injured List on Saturday
Philadelphia Phillies catcher J.T. Realmuto (back) is "trending" towards returning from the 10-day injured list when first eligible on Saturday, per Matt Gelb of The Athletic. Realmuto has been sidelined since April 21 due to back spasms. Across 61 plate appearances before the injury, Realmuto hit .259/.344/.352 with one home run, four RBI, and five runs scored. While the 35-year-old no longer profiles as the same hitter he once was at his peak, Realmuto should still be a solid source of batting average from the catcher position for fantasy managers. He also profiles as a major upgrade behind the plate for the Phillies, who have gotten little from the catching tandem of Rafael Marchan and Garrett Stubbs in Realmuto's absence.
Source: The Athletic - Matt Gelb
Source: The Athletic - Matt Gelb
Justin Rose Returns to Action After Finishing Third at Masters Tournament
Justin Rose finished third at the Masters Tournament three weeks ago and will return to action this week for the Cadillac Championship held at Trump National Doral Miami in Miami, Florida. So far this season, Rose has one win, two top-25 finishes and three missed cuts seven starts. Rose has bounced back after missing two straight cuts and secured two straight top-25 finishes. Over the past 12 months, Rose ranks in the 67th percentile in greens in regulation percentage on approach shots from over 200 yards in the fairway. This is important because the Blue Monster Course will play over 7,739 yards, making it the second longest course in the rotation this year.
Source: Data Golf
Source: Data Golf
Hideki Matsuyama Has The Approach Game to Win at Cadillac Championship
Hideki Matsuyama finished tied for 12th at the Masters Tournament three weeks ago and will now prepare for this week's Cadillac Championship at Trump National Doral Miami in Miami, Florida. Matsuyama has six top-25 finishes and no missed cuts in nine starts this season. He started off the season with four straight top-25 finishes and has secured two in his last two starts. Over the past 12 months, Matsuyama ranks in the 58th percentile in greens in regulation percentage on approach shots from over 200 yards in the fairway. This is worth mentioning because the Blue Monster Course plays over 7,739 yards which makes it the second longest course in the rotation this year.
Source: Data Golf
Source: Data Golf
Si Woo Kim Rolling Back Into Form For Cadillac Championship
Si Woo Kim finished in third at the RBC Heritage two weeks ago and will now turn his focus to preparing for this week's Cadillac Championship at Trump National Doral Miami in Miami, Florida. Kim has eight top-25 finishes and no missed cuts in 12 starts this season. Kim started the season with five straight top-25 finishes and has three in his last five starts. Over the past 12 months, Kim ranks in the 77th percentile in greens in regulation percentage on approach shots from over 200 yards in the fairway. This is worth pointing out because the Blue Monster Course is over 7,739 yards in length, making it the second longest course in the rotation this year.
Source: Data Golf
Source: Data Golf
Nicolai Hojgaard Struggling to Find Consistency
Nicolai Hojgaard finished tied for 55th at the RBC Heritage two weeks ago and will now focus on preparing for this week's Cadillac Championship at Trump National Doral Miami in Miami, Florida. Hojgaard has six top-25 finishes and one missed cut in 11 starts this season. Hojgaard had rattled off five straight top-25 finishes to start the season but has secured only one in his previous five starts. Over the past 12 months, Hojgaard ranks in the 95th percentile in greens in regulation percentage on approach shots from over 200 yards in the fairway. This is important because the Blue Monster Course is over 7,739 yards in length which makes it the second longest course in the rotation in this year.
Source: Data Golf
Source: Data Golf
Harris English In Excellent Form Heading to Cadillac Championship
Harris English finished tied for fourth at the RBC Heritage two weeks ago. He will now turn his attention to preparing for this week's Cadillac Championship at Trump National Doral Miami in Miami, Florida. English has six top-25 finishes and one missed cut in 10 starts this season. Over the past 12 months, English ranks in the 54th percentile in greens in regulation percentage on approach shots from over 200 yards in the fairway. This is worth pointing out because the Blue Monster Course plays over 7,739 yards, making it the second-longest course in the rotation this year.
Source: Data Golf
Source: Data Golf
